You must be over 18 to register for an account.

Photo Release:
I hereby grant Grand Dance Academy permission to use my child’s photograph/video for promotional purposes and/or social media and Grand Dance Academy’s website.

Release of Liability:
I understand dance, tumbling, acrobatics, etc can be a strenuous activity and accept responsibility for any injuries my child may incur while participating in any activity at Grand Dance Academy. Grand Dance Academy and its employees are not liable for personal injury, or loss of or damage to personal property.

Payment Authorization:
I hereby authorize Grand Dance Academy to charge my credit or debit card for all services and products related to my family’s enrollment in classes and activities at Grand Dance Academy including but not limited to tuition, supplemental materials, special events, costumes, concert/year-end show fees, accessories, etc. Fees are subject to change. If I elect to pay annual tuition via monthly installments, I understand that my credit or debit card will continue to be charged on the monthly, session or periodic basis unless I notify the studio in writing 30 days before intent to discontinue via email to info.granddanceacademy@gmail.com and receive an acknowledged returned response from Grand Dance Academy staff. I understand that it will not be sufficient notice to merely tell an instructor or other employee of our intent to discontinue. I have read this entire agreement and understand that I will be held fully responsible for its terms and conditions of service, including a 30-day written notice by email to Grand Dance Academy of any intent to discontinue. I understand that once the monthly installments for my annual tuition, my year-end show fee or my year-end show costume fee have occurred, there will be no refund given if I decide to discontinue. I agree to notify Grand Dance Academy immediately of any change in the status of my charge account including but not limited to card expiration, name change, limitation of use, loss or theft of the card, etc. In the event the amount charged is refused for whatever reason, I accept responsibility for full payment for the amount charged as well as an NSF fee of $35.

Late Fee:
If your card on file is declined, an alternate payment must be made within 48 hours. A $30 late fee will be charged for any payments not made in full by the 10th of the month. This includes declined charges for cards on file for any reason.

Student Pick Up & Drop Off:
A parent or guardian must be present for drop off and pick up. Please arrive a few minutes before class begins and ends. Students may not be unattended in the lobby/waiting area under the age of 10. Students under the age of 10 are asked not to be left unattended, even in the lounge, as no staff will be present to supervise.

I HEREBY ASSUME ALL OF THE RISKS OF PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTIVITY OR EVENT, including by way of example and not limitation, any risks that may arise from negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained, or controlled by them, or because of their possible liability without fault.

I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently prepared or trained for participation in the activity or event, and have not been advised to not participate by a qualified medical professional.

I certify that there are no health-related reasons or problems which preclude my participation in this activity or event.

I certify that I am in good health and that I do not pose a health risk to the public. I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form will be used by the event holders, sponsors, and organizers of the activity or event in which I may participate, and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities at said activity or event. In consideration of my application and permitting me to participate in this event, I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as follows:
I HEREBY WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE Grand Dance Academy and all divisions thereof of any and all liability and responsibility for injuries, sickness, pandemics, accidents, natural disasters and/or acts of God incurred during participation in and/or instruction of camps, private lessons, classes or any activity I may participate.

I WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me including my traveling to and from this event, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: Grand Dance Academy and their employees, volunteers, or the activity or event holders, activity or event sponsors, activity or event volunteers.

I INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entities or persons mentioned in this waiver, release and registration form from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of participation in this activity or event, whether caused by the negligence of release or otherwise. The accident waiver and release of liability shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.

I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT, AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.

PARENT / GUARDIAN WAIVER FOR MINORS (Only if student is under 18 years old) The undersigned parent and natural guardian does hereby represent that he/she is, in fact, acting in such capacity, has consented to his/her child or ward’s participation in the activity or event, and has agreed individually and on behalf of the child or ward, to the terms of the accident waiver and release of liability set forth above. The undersigned parent or guardian further agrees to save and hold harmless and indemnify each and all of the parties referred to above from all liability, loss, cost, claim, or damage whatsoever which may be imposed upon said parties because of any defect in or lack of such capacity to so act and release said parties on behalf of the minor, the parents, of the legal guardian.

POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Studio Communication Strategies
All announcements, communication for classes, cancellations, make-ups, etc will be communicated via email, BAND app and social media. Please verify the email on file for your account is correct. We will also post updates on our social media and website although our primary method of communication is via email. We will have designated office hours where you can call or stop in to register, purchase products which will be posted in our lobby, on our website and on social media. Please understand that all studio related conversations, questions, etc will be responded to/communicated during these office hours only.

Emergency (Health, Fire, Tornado, etc.)
In the case of an emergency, staff will communicate with parents via phone call, text or band app. For a fire emergency we will evacuate the building and meet at our safety location at the main door of Spencer Community Theater. In case of a tornado or hazardous weather we will bring the students into the most interior room of the building also known as Studio 1. When possible and in the case of advance notice we will cancel classes prior to students arrival at the studio. For general health and safety we have certified all of our staff in CPR and first aid. In addition, we have weekly cleaning schedules for the studio to keep the environment clean for all who participate. In the event that your child becomes sick during class we will call the parent/guardian on file for early pick up.
Grand Dance Academy follows the Spencer Community School district’s decisions regarding severe weather. If there is no school due to inclement weather the studio will be closed for the evening.

Student Drop off & Pick up
A parent or guardian must be present for drop off and pick up. Please arrive a few minutes before class begins and ends. Students may not be unattended in the lobby/waiting area under the age of 10. Students under the age of 10 are asked not to be left unattended, even in the lounge, as no staff will be present to supervise.


Tuition and fee due date, late fees, discounts, refunds, credits, payment methods
Tuition is based on a 34-week/9 month season of classes leading up to our final recital. All dancers are required to pay for the entire season. If you enroll mid-season we will prorate your tuition based on when you begin dancing with us. Tuition is not based on the number of classes in a month or on attendance. There is NO refund for missed classes. You may pay the entire season in full or pay it in monthly installments. The other installments are due the 1st of each month. September-May and will be automatically billed to the card on file on the 1st of each month.
All monthly tuition payments, recital and costume fees will be automatically drafted to the card on file. Recital costume payments will be auto-drafted on November 17th, 2026.
Receipt of Payment: You will not receive a billing statement or invoice prior to any charges, however, you will receive a receipt of payment each month after the auto-draft.
Late Fee: If your card on file is declined, an alternate payment must be made within 48 hours. A $30 late fee will be charged for any payments not made in full by the 10th of the month. This includes declined charges for cards on file for any reason.
Returned Check Fee $35
Payment Authorization: I hereby authorize Grand Dance Academy to charge my credit or debit card for all services and products related to my family’s enrollment in classes and activities at Grand Dance Academy including but not limited to tuition, supplemental materials, special events, costumes, concert/year-end show fees, accessories, etc. Fees are subject to change. If I elect to pay annual tuition via monthly installments, I understand that my credit or debit card will continue to be charged on the monthly, session or periodic basis unless I notify the studio in writing 30 days before intent to discontinue via email to info.granddanceacademy@gmail.com and receive an acknowledged returned response from Grand Dance Academy staff. I understand that it will not be sufficient notice to merely tell an instructor or other employee of our intent to discontinue. I have read this entire agreement and understand that I will be held fully responsible for its terms and conditions of service, including a 30-day written notice by email to Grand Dance Academy of any intent to discontinue. I understand that once the monthly installments for my annual tuition, my year-end show fee or my year-end show costume fee have occurred, there will be no refund given if I decide to discontinue. I agree to notify Grand Dance Academy immediately of any change in the status of my charge account including but not limited to card expiration, name change, limitation of use, loss or theft of the card, etc. In the event the amount charged is refused for whatever reason, I accept responsibility for full payment for the amount charged as well as an NSF fee of $35.

Unlimited Classes $250mo per student
Private Lessons $30 per 30 minute session OR $100 4-Pack of 30 minute lessons
Solo Choreography $300 (One Time Fee)
Duo Choreography $150 Each (One Time Fee)
Trio Choreography $100 Each (One Time Fee)
Registration Fee $25 per family

Communicating Absences & Dropping Classes
Please email info.granddanceacademy@gmail.com to communicate absences or to drop a class. Keep in mind we require a 30-day written notice via email to drop a class.

Attendance, Participation & Absences
Withdrawal Policy: We require a 30-day written notice via email if you need to withdraw from Grand Dance Academy. Please email info.granddanceacademy@gmail.com to withdraw from our 2025-2026 season. After the 30-day notice, we will terminate your monthly installment, or, if a full year was paid, we will refund the remaining installments minus 30%. This withdrawal policy remains in effect even if we have a shelter in place mandate from the federal, state or local government. In the event of a shelter in place, classes will convert to virtual classes and instruction will continue. There may be an approximate one-week transition period from the date of the shelter in place in order to allow us to implement our action plan. This brief time period, if needed, will be treated as inclement weather days, meaning your dancer can choose a convenient make-up class from an appropriate class on our schedule. No refunds will be given for this week. Please call or email to sign up for your make-up class. Remember that a 30-day written notice will still be required for withdrawal.
Make-up Classes: If your dancer misses class due to illness or other personal reasons there will be no discount or refund given.. There are no make-up classes missed when the studio officially closed for the holidays, etc. All classes missed when due to inclement weather will be made up at the instructor's discretion.

Registration
Registration begins May 1st, 2026 and will continue throughout January of 2027.
Dancers must be registered by January 1st, 2027 to be guaranteed a costume for the end of year recital.

Consent Forms, Privacy Policies (Photo, Video, Health, Personal Info)
Assumptions of Risk & Waivers of Liability
Photo Release: I hereby grant Grand Dance Academy permission to use my child’s photograph/video for promotional purposes and/or social media and Grand Dance Academy’s website.
Release of Liability: I understand dance, tumbling, acrobatics, cheer, etc can be a strenuous activity and accept responsibility for any injuries my child may incur while participating in any activity at Grand Dance Academy. Grand Dance Academy and its employees are not liable for personal injury, or loss of or damage to personal property.

Code of Conduct/Etiquette
Bullying will not be tolerated from any students, staff, parents/guardians. We pride ourselves on creating a warm and welcoming environment so that all of our students and families feel safe. We ask that any bullying is reported directly to the studio owners via email so that we may address the situation and keep record. Any parent or dancer found to have violated this code of conduct may be asked to leave the studio without reimbursement for their monthly tuition at any time. We all have to work together to make the studio a fun, safe and supportive environment for all!

Dress Code
Student Dress Code: Proper shoes and attire must be worn to participate in class. Hair should be pulled back off the face for all classes. Don’t forget to write your name in all shoes, bags, etc. You can find descriptions and examples of the proper attire for each class in the classes section of our website.

Recital
We produce a fabulous production at the end of the year with all Grand Dance Academy Studio dancers/gymnasts, etc. This is an exciting and rewarding part of the season that everyone looks forward to! We encourage all dancers to participate! Our year-end shows will be held in May.
Recital Costumes: Costume costs are generally $65-$100 per costume (you will receive the exact amount in November.) Costume fees will be invoiced and due in November. After this fee is processed in November, it is non-refundable for any reason. Any costume alterations needed will be the responsibility of the parent/guardian. If your dancer will not be participating, you are required to notify us by email to info.granddanceacademy@gmail.com no later than November 1, 2026. Please do not rely on your dancer to inform us that she or he will not be dancing in the year-end show!
Recital Show Fees: Year End Show Fee is a one time $45 fee which includes two recital tickets and one recital shirt. This fee will be auto-drafted on April 15, 2027.
Year-end Show Tickets: Tickets to our year-end shows will need to be purchased. Dancers performing in the show do not need a ticket. More information on show tickets, including when they will be available to purchase, will be included in the year-end show packet released mid-April. The ticket cost will be announced in the Spring when more of the show details come out!

General Rules
No food or drinks other than water inside the studios. No exceptions!
No cell phones, smart watches, smart earphones are allowed in the dance rooms at any time. If they are inside a dance bag, they should be turned off. If dancers are wearing these in class they will be asked to remove and take to front desk staff for safekeeping until class is over.
Students must be accompanied by an adult/guardian when not in class.
All personal belongings may be kept in the lockers/cubbies. Grand Dance Academy is not responsible for items left behind. Please make sure you check for all your belongings before leaving the studio.
Preschool and Kindergarten Parents: Please take your dancer to the restroom BEFORE class begins to avoid accidents and disruptions in class.
Please make an effort to be prompt! Excessive tardiness picking up your child will result in additional fees.
No parents, friends or siblings are allowed in the classroom at any time. This is for the benefit of your dancer. They will learn more if we have their complete attention.
A viewing monitor will be on in the waiting room for your convenience.
We will communicate all schedule changes on social media and via email.
No refunds for inclement weather cancellations.
For the health and safety of our community, students must be entirely symptom-free, without the use of fever-reducing medication, for at least 24 hours before returning to dance classes.

Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement
By signing below I have agreed to and understand the policies and procedures of Grand Dance Academy for the 2026-2027 program year.